In my role as a Sustainability Project Manager at Vermeer, I lead and coordinate sustainability initiatives across multiple departments and projects.• Successfully manage and coordinate various sustainability projects, ensuring alignment with Vermeer’s overall goals and identifying opportunities for improvement in our sustainability practices.• Work closely with multiple departments to integrate sustainable practices into their operations, fostering a company-wide culture of sustainability and actively promoting sustainability within the organization; educating employees about the importance of sustainable practices and their role in achieving them.• Monitor and report on the progress of sustainability initiatives, implementing changes and providing transparency and accountability for our sustainability goals.

Spearheaded cross-functional global collaboration to establish Kemin Industries' inaugural data-driven Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) platform as a strategic pillar in the organization.• Oversaw comprehensive GHG accounting, proficiently navigated disclosure platforms, realizing five consistent years of score improvement in internationally recognized platforms.• Developed and implemented industry benchmarking, training programs to empower the workforce and advanced stakeholder engagement on environmental and social responsibility in B2B global markets.

Delivered project successes though lab management roles in Research and Regulatory, achieving Environmental Stewardship, Core Values and Productivity awards and Six Sigma Greenbelt and Lean certifications.• Guided the molecular characterization method development team through new technology innovations and lab data system development, while delivering novel patented gene assays.• Oversaw the African Biofortified Sorghum project lab in the quest to create essential nutrient crop solutions for Sub Saharan Africa, contributing food security and journal publications.

Developed and executed internal and external communication strategies for the state parks, enhancing public engagement and environmental appreciation.• Conducted research to facilitate archeological clearances, managed grant writing programs and employed GIS mapping for effective decision-making.

• Assist with prairie restoration and wildlife refuge activities.